The Islander Motel
522 Ocean Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060, United States – Great location - show map
Comfortable room with all the amenities we would expect. Very welcoming staff and plenty of parking spaces.
United Kingdomgood value property with free parking and reasonably close to the centre
Australianice and big room, good facilities, friendly staff
GermanyThere were plenty of blankets on the bed. The bed itself had a firm mattress and was super comfortable.
CanadaWonderful family-run motel, well-located in Santa Cruz. Free coffee and English breakfast tea in the morning. The original 60s neon sign is amazing!
GermanyClean rooms, great service, very good people, good price. Thank you!
United Statesclean, convenient locality and value for money and friendly staff
Malaysiabig and spacious room big comfy bed great value for money
United KingdomLovely welcoming staff, very clean rooms, plenty of parking
United KingdomAs expected and clean and tidy. Motel also let me leave my car in the car park for the day after I checked out which was a nice touch.
United Kingdom- What guests loved the most:
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Esme
United Kingdom
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Susan
Australia
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Sandra
Germany
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Kevin
Canada
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Stefan
Germany
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Paul
United States
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Jeevanan
Malaysia
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Liz
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Louise
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Luke
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Offering a seasonal outdoor pool, this motel is 5 minutes' walk from downtown Santa Cruz. It offers free WiFi and free parking. The air-conditioned guest rooms at The Islander Motel are equipped with a 40-inch flat-screen HDTV and free local calls. A microwave and a refrigerator are featured in all rooms. A 24-hour reception is available to guests of the smoke-free Islander Motel. The famous Santa Cruz Boardwalk is 1.2 km from this motel. Cowell's Beach is 5 minutes' drive away. The University of California, Santa Cruz is 2.5 miles away.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.4 for a two-person trip.
The Islander Motel has been welcoming Booking.com guests since 8 Feb 2010.See what guests loved the most:
EsmeUnited Kingdom
“Comfortable room with all the amenities we would expect. Very welcoming staff and plenty of parking spaces.”
SusanAustralia
“good value property with free parking and reasonably close to the centre”- Sandra
Germany
“nice and big room, good facilities, friendly staff”
KevinCanada
“There were plenty of blankets on the bed. The bed itself had a firm mattress and was super comfortable.”
StefanGermany
“Wonderful family-run motel, well-located in Santa Cruz. Free coffee and English breakfast tea in the morning. The original 60s neon sign is amazing!”
PaulUnited States
“Clean rooms, great service, very good people, good price. Thank you!”
JeevananMalaysia
“clean, convenient locality and value for money and friendly staff”- Liz
United Kingdom
“big and spacious room big comfy bed great value for money”
LouiseUnited Kingdom
“Lovely welcoming staff, very clean rooms, plenty of parking”
LukeUnited Kingdom
“As expected and clean and tidy. Motel also let me leave my car in the car park for the day after I checked out which was a nice touch.”
- Do you have elevatorSorry we do not have elevatorAnswered on 20 June 2021
- Is the deposit refundable?Yes Everything is Good in roomAnswered on 25 April 2022
- How is the wifi?WIFI is Very goodAnswered on 19 October 2020
- Is the pool open? and will it be better to pay directly or online. Which one will save me more money.Hello Guest Polls is open we collect payment at upon Check-in.Answered on 18 July 2021
- Is there a bathtub in the room—or just a shower?yes we have bathtubAnswered on 16 June 2021
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- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bath or shower
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Linen
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
- Socket near the bed
- Golf course (within 3 km)Additional charge
- Flat-screen TV
- Cable channels
- Telephone
- TV
- Accessible parking
- Public transport tickets
- Daily housekeeping
- Vending machine (drinks)
- Wake-up service
- Fax/photocopying
- 24-hour front desk
- Invoice provided
- Fire extinguishers
- Smoke alarms
- Key card access
- Designated smoking area
- Air conditioning
- Non-smoking throughout
- Tile/marble floor
- Heating
- Private entrance
- Carpeted
- Family rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Non-smoking rooms
- Iron
- Lower bathroom sink
- Higher level toilet
- Toilet with grab rails
- Wheelchair accessible
- Seasonal
- Suitable for kids
- Heated pool
- Shallow end
- Fence around pool
- Kids' pool
- English
Cancellation/
prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of USD 100 is required on arrival. That's about 78.30GBP. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 14 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children and beds
Child policies
Children older than 1 year are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
Age restriction
Check-in is only possible for guests aged between 21 and 21
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
The Islander Motel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
The fine print
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification. Any other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival.
Guests are kindly requested to confirm their reservation before 16:00 on the day of arrival. Please contact the hotel for further details. Guests must present confirmation upon check in.
Guests must be 21 years of age to make a reservation at this hotel.
This hotel does not accept reservations made with an American Express card.
This is a 100% non-smoking property. If a guest smokes in a room, the hotel will charge an additional fee.
Pets are not allowed on the property premises.
Parking is limited to 1 car per room.
No extra beds are available.
A deposit is required for stays. Please contact motel for details.
Please note: There is an early check-in fee. Contact the property for more details.
Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service operating hours.
Spa and gym facilities at this property are unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform The Islander Motel in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
Swimming pool is closed from Tue 31 Oct 2023 until Wed 22 May 2024
A damage deposit of USD 100 is required on arrival. That's about 78.30GBP. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 14 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.
FAQs about The Islander Motel
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Check-in at The Islander Motel is from 16:00, and check-out is until 11:00.
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Yes, The Islander Motel is popular with guests booking family stays.
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The prices at The Islander Motel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.
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The Islander Motel is 0.8 miles from the centre of Santa Cruz.
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Room options at The Islander Motel include:
- Double
- Family
- Suite
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Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.
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The Islander Motel offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):
- Golf course (within 3 km)
- Swimming Pool